Serving 803 students in grades 6-8, Carter G. Woodson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter G. Woodson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carter G. Woodson Middle School's student population of 803 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
803 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Motto
You Can't Hide That Wildcat Pride!
School Rankings
Carter G. Woodson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter G. Woodson Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1637 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
58%
21%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hopewell City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter G. Woodson Middle School's ranking?
Carter G. Woodson Middle School is ranked #1637 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Carter G. Woodson Middle School often compared to?
Carter G. Woodson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Carter G. Woodson Middle School?
803 students attend Carter G. Woodson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Carter G. Woodson Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter G. Woodson Middle School?
Carter G. Woodson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carter G. Woodson Middle School offer ?
Carter G. Woodson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carter G. Woodson Middle School part of?
Carter G. Woodson Middle School is part of Hopewell City School District.
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